Job Description

Harmony Biosciences is recruiting for a Medical Science Liaison in our West region. The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a field-based scientific expert supporting Harmony Biosciences' Sleep/Wake and Epilepsy franchises. The MSL builds scientific relationships with KOLs, facilitates peer-to-peer scientific exchange, supports clinical research, and educates on (or discusses) appropriate use of Harmony therapies. Title/level will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Scientific Exchange & KOL Engagement

• Identify and engage KOLs in Harmony products and therapeutic areas
• Conduct compliant scientific exchange for Harmony products and therapeutic areas
• Deliver medical presentations, journal clubs, and disease-state education
• Serve as a trusted scientific resource for external experts

Territory Medical Strategy

• Develop and execute a territory medical plan aligned with franchise strategy
• Gather and communicate field insights, unmet needs, and competitive intelligence
• Support brand and launch strategies through compliant medical activities

Clinical Research Support

• Support company-sponsored trials: feasibility, site identification, initiation, and engagement
• Serve as liaison for Investigator-Initiated Studies (ISS)
• Communicate clinical data and emerging science to stakeholders

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Market Access, and Commercial (as appropriate)
• Participation in advisory boards, speaker training, and internal scientific training
• Represent Harmony at scientific congresses and generate internal reports

Leadership (Senior MSL Level)

• Mentor junior MSLs
• Lead field-based medical initiatives and special projects
• Serve as subject matter expert in Sleep/Wake and Epilepsy

Qualifications:

• Advanced scientific or medical degree required (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, DO), or an equivalent combination of medical education and relevant professional experience.

• Clinical/scientific training in Neurology, Sleep Medicine, CNS disorders strongly preferred

• Strong, current understanding of compliance issues related to the pharmaceutical industry and interactions with health care professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated acumen in delivering scientific presentations; Ability to successfully execute field medical responsibilities while working concurrently on medical/scientific projects.

MSL Level:

• 2+ years of MSL experience OR 5+ years as clinical pharmacist, researcher, neurologist, sleep specialist, or related provider required

Senior MSL Level:

• 5+ years of MSL experience OR 8+ years as medical director, clinical pharmacy manager, neurologist, or similar required
• CNS/Sleep/Epilepsy experience strongly preferred
• Product launch experience preferred

Physical demands and work environment:

• This position will require up to 50% domestic travel, depending on geography; Some travel will be required to attend meetings on a local and national basis and training sessions.

• Valid US Driver's License with safe driving record is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision.
• Manual dexterity requires use of computers, tablets, and cell phone.
• Continuous sitting for prolonged periods.

What can Harmony offer you?

• Medical, Vision and Dental benefits the first of the month following start date
• Generous paid time off and Company designated Holidays
• Company paid Disability benefits and Life Insurance coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Company sponsored wellness programs
• Professional development initiatives and continuous learning opportunities
• A certified Great Place to Work® for eight consecutive years based on our positive, values-based company culture

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The anticipated salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this position is $190,000-$220,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay for this posted position. The actual salary may vary based on various factors including, without limitation, individual education, experience, tenure, skills and abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

In addition to a competitive market-based salary, Harmony Biosciences offers the opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information about our total rewards program can be found on the Harmony Biosciences Careers page.

Harmony Biosciences is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The company was established in October 2017 with a vision to provide novel treatment options for people living with rare, neurological disorders who have unmet medical needs. For more information on Harmony Biosciences, visit

Harmony Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity, e-Verify Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Recruitment agencies please note: Harmony Biosciences will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on a specific role. Candidate Resumes/CV's submitted without permission or directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.

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